Water System Report MD

Shores of Calvert

EPA ID: MD0040015 · 361 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Shores of Calvert (MD0040015): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Shores of Calvert, 361 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

361
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$601K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Shores of Calvert Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$173,208
Median Household Income
7,512
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
10th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Shores of Calvert serves a community with a median household income of $173,208 and an estimated 7,512 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Shores of Calvert's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Shores of Calvert (EPA ID: MD0040015) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 361 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 20754 in Dunkirk.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MD or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Shores of Calvert (MD0040015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shores of Calvert water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Shores of Calvert in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Shores of Calvert serve?

Shores of Calvert serves approximately 361 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.

Where does Shores of Calvert get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Shores of Calvert meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Shores of Calvert serve?
Shores of Calvert serves approximately 361 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Shores of Calvert's water source?
Shores of Calvert draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Shores of Calvert's service area?
The Shores of Calvert service area has a median household income of $173,208. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Shores of Calvert get its water?
Shores of Calvert's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

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